Art 100 – American Art & Culture (A, CD)
Appreciation of North American art through diverse cultural traditions including African-American, Native-American, Latino-American, Asian-American and European-American expressive practices.

†Art 309 – Issues in Contemporary Art (A, CD) Lecture focused on critical issues/theory in contemporary art & culture. Rotating topics include visiting artist lecture series, remix and public art, artists and social movements, or digital practices.

Art 106 – Art Survey (A)
Introduction to the visual arts disciplines and contemporary critical concerns. Course themes investigate inter-relations between technical process and expressive intent.

†Art 107 – Art Explorations (A)
Special topic courses in Art and Design for non-art majors. Rotating topics may include photoshop, drawing, typography, ceramics, entrepreneurship, photography, or 3D Art.

*Art 118 – Digital Arts: Culture, Theory, Practice (A)
Introduction to electronic art and imaging. Focus on historical and cultural contexts, theoretical concepts and studio skills using imaging software.

Art 124 – Design Survey (A)
Survey of design disciplines and movements of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Slide lectures include industrial design, architecture, graphic design, and design movements.

Art 130 – Multicultural Art & Visual Learning in Elementary Education (A, CD)
A study of art and its relationship to human development. Designed for teachers interested in providing developmentally appropriate art experiences for children from pre-school through 6th grade. Lectures, discussions, readings, and lab activities will emphasize the use of art materials, equipment, and visual aids

Art 150 – Multicultural America (A, CD)
Cross-cultural study of U.S. ethnic and racial identities through materials drawn from a variety of media arts practices (e.g. film, photography, new media) with attention to African-, Asian-, Hispanic- and Native American experiences.

Art 152 – Photography Survey (A)
Survey of photographic processes and movements of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries, with emphasis on historical and cultural contexts that shaped the application of the medium.

ArtEd 327 – Art Education Theory and Practice: Elementary (OWCB)
Theory and practice explored through school-based field experiences, readings, and research. Curriculum design and implementation with an urban focus. 50 hrs of observations in elementary school required.

Art 422 – Design Methodologies: Process, Communication & Theory (QLB)
Focus on creative process and communication; and entrepreneurial, professional and cross-disciplinary practices in design and related fields.

Art 509 – Art & Design Seminar (OWCB)
Topics and critical issues in the modern and/or contemporary field of art. Student research and written/oral reports required.

Art 604 – Professional Practices (QLB)
Preparation for graduating seniors with skills needed for a career in the competitive field of art: resumes, grants, budgets, taxes.

Dance 103 – Intro to Iyengar Yoga (A)
Experience this century-old tradition while strengthening your body, sharpening your mind & reducing stress.

*Dance 122 – African Dance & Diaspora Technique I (A, CD)
An intense African dance workout with live drumming, plus unique stretching & toning techniques

Global Movement

Dance 110 – Introduction to the Art of Dance (A)
Basic technique, implementation, short compositions, lectures, films and discussions on dance history, philosophy, theory, and survey of current trends.

*Dance 370 Ballroom Dance (A)
Impress your friends, family (or a date) by learning the waltz, foxtrot, tango & more.

*Dance 370 Hip Hop I, II (A)
Hit the dance floor as you learn the different styles of Hip Hop and develop a deep understanding of the music and culture behind this high-energy form.

*Dance 370 T’ai Chi (A)
Relax and relieve stress by learning these simple movements practiced in China for hundreds of years to promote balance and harmony.

*Dance 370 Salsa/Merengue I (A)
Experience Latin America through dance and music of Caribbean countries.

Movement Explorations

Dance 111 – Ballet I (A)
Develop your inner ballet dancer through the learning of barre and center exercises and the history of the form.

Dance 113 – Modern Dance Technique I (A)
Through videos, readings and discussion, lean the characteristics of dance on the African continent and follow these elements as African slaves migrated across North and South American and the Caribbean.

Dance 115 – Jazz Dance I (A)
Explore your inner rhythm and style through upbeat and fast-paced movement to contemporary and popular music.

Dance 117 – Tap I (A)
Start your day in an energetic and stress-relieving way as you explore rhythm, musicality and syncopation.

Dance 133 – Creative Movement (A)
Develop your creative potential using rhythm and movement and improvisation.

Body/Mind Awareness

*Dance 220 – Body Sense (A)
Enjoy an environment for creative exploration of individual body awareness, integration of body-mind and experiencing the body in space.

Dance 251 – Laban Movement Analysis (QLB)
Develop skills in observation, description and performance of human movement using the work of Rudolf Laban; understand fundamental principles of movement such as body, effort, space, and shape.

Dance Education & History

Dance 313 – History of Dance in the African Diaspora (A, CD, OWCB)
The dance traditions of Africa and the Diaspora.

Dance 315 – History of the American Musical Theatre (A, OWCB)
Lecture course regarding the origins, development and evolution of the American musical theatre.

Film 150 – Multicultural America (A, CD)
Cross-cultural study of U.S. ethnic & racial identities through  a variety of media arts practices (film, photography, new media) with attention to African-, Asian-, Hispanic- & Native American experiences.

†Film 301 – Conversations with Filmmakers & Critics (A)
Lectures, screenings, & discussions by contemporary filmmakers/critics. Subjects include the contemporary state of the art, the condition of the industry, and the relations of film to a critique of culture.

Film 305 – Digital Cinema and the Computer (A, OWCB)
Relation of digital cinema to the cultural, philosophical, and technical implications of computing technology.

*Music 102 – American Popular Music (A)
Study of American popular music from 1900 to the present.

*Music 150(345) – Beginning Guitar (A)
Beginning class instruction on guitar as an accompanying instrument for folk and pop songs. Basic chording, strumming, and finger picking.

Performing Ensembles

‡334 – University Band (A)
Designed as a continuing performance experience.

‡340 – Symphony Band (A)
Performs symphonic works for band, performing on campus, statewide tours and national conventions.

‡45 – Women’s Chorus (A)
Made up of undergraduate singers from many academic areas.

*81 – University Community Orchestra (A)
Non-music majors and community members.

‡182 – Symphony Orchestra (A)
Performs orchestral works from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

271 – Jazz Ensemble (A)
Performance and study of jazz ensemble techniques.

‡350 – University Men’s Choir (A)
A large group of men with a mission to sing and perform outstanding choral literature for both men’s and mixed choirs at the highest artistic levels.

‡352 – Advanced Women’s Choir (A)
A select group of female singers with a mission to sing and perform outstanding choral literature for both women’s and mixed choirs at the highest artistic levels.

‡395 – Concert Chorale (A)
As the most select UWM choral ensemble, we carry a long tradition of the fine choral performances including secular and sacred music from all historical periods and styles.

Ensemble Auditions

UWM performing ensembles (those denoted above with a ‡) require a placement/seating audition.Placement auditions are held during the first week of each fall semester. More information and audition excerpts can be found by visiting the Ensemble Auditions page.

Lessons

Do you want to continue private lessons on your instrument?

Private lessons at the 100 level are offered to the non-major under the following conditions:

1. A successful audition placement into a recognized music major ensemble
2. Registration in an appropriate private performance lesson
3. Consent of instructor and availability of instructional time

For more information contact: music-info@uwm.edu or (414) 229-5217

General Courses

100 – Introduction to Music Literature (A)
Guide to musical enjoyment and understanding, including listening experiences in the various styles and forms of music.

101 – Fundamentals of Music (A)
Music fundamentals through singing, playing, listening, note reading and creativity for the general university student.

108 – The Concert Experience (A)
The concert as an event: history, traditions, form, make-up, and interpretation.

130(341) – Beginning Piano (A)
Introduction to the piano and musical notation.

131 – Intermediate Piano (A)
Varying uses of the piano is continued and expanded through reading, technique, interpretation, and theory.

140 – Class Voice Level I (A)
Group study of singing, including posture, breathing, resonance, range and projection through vocal exercises, varied song repertoire and solo singing.

141 – Class Voice Level II (A)
Continuation of Class Voice Level I including vocal health, posture, breathing, phonation, resonance to include repertoire expansion of jazz, popular, folk and blues.

150 – Beginning Guitar (A)
Beginning class instruction on guitar as an accompanying instrument for folk and pop songs. Basic chording, strumming, and finger picking.

151 – Intermediate Guitar (A)
Intermediate instruction on guitar. Finger picking, barre chord, bass runs, melody playing, and reading music.

*310 – Introduction to World Musics (A)
Study of musical genres from selected world cultures with an emphasis on musical sound and structure, and performance in cultural context.

*452 – Collegium Musicum (A)
Vocal and instrumental groups devoted to the study and performance of music from 12th through the 18th century.

Theatre 120 – Performance & Popular Culture (A)
Explore the intersection of performance & popular culture through sports events, festivals, television, film, social media & radio. Includes field trips and a chance to design your own pop culture event.

Theatre 305 – The Theatrical Experience (A)
Performances, demonstrations, & lectures focusing on specific aspects of theatrical production. Attendance at live theatrical performances required.

Theatre 100 – Introduction to the Theatre (A)
Introduction to the theatre as a form of artistic, social and human expression from point-of-view of both theatre audience and theatre artist.

Theatre 101 – Acting for Non-majors (A)
An introduction to basic acting techniques of personalization, focus, and scene study explored through participatory and collaborative exercises and assignments.

Theatre 111 – Theatre Games (A)
An introduction to a wide variety of improvisations and games which are designed to free and channel the self expression of performers and non-performers.

Theatre 120 – Performance and Popular Culture (A)
Explore the intersection of performance and popular culture – through sports events, festivals, television, film, social media and radio. Includes field trips to events and a chance to design your own pop culture event.

Theatre 204 – Theatre and Social Change (A)
Introduction to the study, methodologies, and practice of participatory theatre including happenings, environmental theatre, therapeutic theatre, and celebratory theatre.

Theatre 213 – Play Analysis (A)
Methods of analysis of the dramatic text for production; the elements of a play through discussion and written analysis of selected works.

Theatre 260 – Storytelling (A)
Development of skills to locate, analyze, and tell stories from multicultural sources and ranging from personal experience to myths and legends.

Theatre 305 – The Theatrical Experience (A)
Performances, demonstrations, and lectures focusing on specific aspects of theatrical production. Attendance at live theatrical performances required

Theatre 321 – The Theatre: Beginnings Through Realism (A, OWCB)
Study of the development of theatre art and its practice, performance, and scripts, from classical antiquity through the 19th century.

Theatre 322 – The Theatre: Modern and Contemporary Period (A, OWCB)
Study of the development of theatre art and its practice, performance, and scripts from 1900 to the present.

Theatre 324 – Theatre in the Americas: Latin American, Caribbean, and Latina/o Theatre (A, CD)
Survey of Latin American, Caribbean, and U.S. Latina/o theatre and performance. History and cultures of the Americas that shape these productions.

Theatre 407 – Contemporary Theatre Performance (A)
Study of plays and current productions, playwrights, directors, actors, and theatrical practices in selected cities. Credits determined in consultation with instructor.